CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The heating element can crack and water can get inside, posing a shock hazard when the griddle is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Walmart Recalls Rival Griddles Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
This recall involves Rival brand electric griddles with model number XJ-14207. The griddles are black and measure 20 inches long by 10.5 inches wide. "Walmart" and the model number are printed on a label molded into the bottom of the griddle. "Rival" is printed on the outside edge of the griddle and on the griddle's temperature dial.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled griddles and return them to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Contact Information
Walmart at 800-925-6278 between 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT on Saturday and between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. CT Sunday, online at www.walmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from July 2015 through December 2015 for about $20.
Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
16062
Product Information
Product Name
Rival brand griddles
Product Type
Electric Griddles
Number of Units
About 330,000
Imported By
Walmart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Manufactured In
China